Makerere Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ndere Cultural Centre

Ndere Cultural Centre

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ndere Cultural Centre during your trip to Kampala. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Ndere Cultural Centre

Makerere University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Makerere University during your trip to Kampala. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Makerere University

The Acacia Mall

During your trip to Central Kampala, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Acacia Mall. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

The Acacia Mall

Rubaga Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Kampala with a stop at Rubaga Cathedral. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Rubaga Cathedral

Embassy of the United States

Embassy of the United States is just one of the places to see in Kampala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Embassy of the United States

Speke Resort and Conference Centre

After visiting Speke Resort and Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampala. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Speke Resort and Conference Centre

Our pick of the best Makerere Hotel Deals

Hotel Jfrigh

Hotel Jfrigh

3 out of 5
Makerere Kikoni, Nanfubambi Road, Kampala
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Synagogue Church of All Nations ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Nothing"

Reviewed on 6 Dec. 2023

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Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kintu Road, Kampala
The price is AU$381 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$381
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at Serena! The property, amenities, staff and services were all top tier. Whenever we return to Kampala, we will be staying at Serena"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Kampala Serena Hotel
Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites

4 out of 5
Plot 54A Kira Road, Opposite Uganda Museum, Kampala
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Uganda National Museum and Destreet ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful. Walking distance to a large shopping mall and restaurants. Free buffet style breakfast. Good transportation, Uber, Taxi, and many boda. I will definitely stay at this hotel on my next trip to Kampala, Uganda"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Plot 4, The Square, Kampala, Central Region
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury B&B in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
"Nice place, hard bed"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

4 out of 5
Ternan Avenue, Kampala
The price is AU$331 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$331
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
"This is the best hotel I've experienced. The staff are particularly accommodating and learn guests' names, the grounds are within a peaceful green park, multiple restaurants with ambient settings, breakfast is superb, the rooms are extremely clean with excellent hot water, and the room patios have ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

4 out of 5
12b Kafu Road, Kampala
The price is AU$352 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$352
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Makerere

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Kyebando

While visiting Kyebando, you might make a stop by sights like The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum.

Kyebando
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Nakasero

Nakasero might not have many top sights, but Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nakasero
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Kololo

While Kololo isn't home to many top sights, Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kololo
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Bukoto

You might appreciate the forests and restaurants in Bukoto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum are just a few notable stops.

Bukoto
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Naguru

Naguru might not have many top sights, but The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Naguru
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Ntinda

When in Ntinda, you can plan a visit to Ndere Cultural Centre and The Acacia Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ntinda

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